CNBC Economy / Updates
- Analysis: Why a $2 trillion deficit and 5% Treasury yields are becoming America's biggest economic challenge October 16, 2026Treasury yields above 5% are raising borrowing costs for households and the federal government, highlighting the challenge of financing $2 trillion deficits.
- U.S. budget deficit swells to almost $2 trillion for fiscal 2026, up 12% in a single year October 16, 2026The Treasury Department published the U.S. budget deficit for the 2026 fiscal year.
- Analysis: Everyone expects the Fed to hold rates in October. Kevin Warsh could surprise us all October 16, 2026Investors expect the Fed to pause rate hikes in October, but Kevin Warsh's rejection of traditional communications practices and continued concern about inflation leave the decision uncertain.